Bookbinding

A wrap-around book cover is a functional and beautiful accessory for any book, offering protection while adding a layer of craftsmanship and beauty. It can also turn a set of matching notebooks into the perfect stationary gift. Today I’m going to show you how to build your own wrap-around case for a book. Let’s get started.

A wrap-around book cover is a functional and beautiful accessory for any book, offering protection while adding a layer of craftsmanship and beauty. It can also turn a set of matching notebooks into the perfect stationary gift. Today I’m going to show you how to build your own wrap-around case for a book. Let’s get started.Read More…

Do you need to know the grain direction of your paper but are unsure about how to find it? Does your project require a piece of "short-grain" binder's board, but you haven't a clue where to start? This tutorial will explain what grain direction is, its significance in the art of bookbinding, as well as some handy grain-related paper terms.

Do you need to know the grain direction of your paper but are unsure about how to find it? Does your project require a piece of "short-grain" binder's board, but you haven't a clue where to start? This tutorial will explain what grain direction is, its significance in the art of bookbinding, as well as some handy grain-related paper terms.Read More…

Clamshell boxes are custom-fit cases made for a precious bound book or set of books. They provide a stylish and professional appearance, while offering the necessary protection against harmful light, dirt, and usual wear. Follow this tutorial to learn how to make your own cozy clamshell book box.

Clamshell boxes are custom-fit cases made for a precious bound book or set of books. They provide a stylish and professional appearance, while offering the necessary protection against harmful light, dirt, and usual wear. Follow this tutorial to learn how to make your own cozy clamshell book box.Read More…

There are many different bindings that fall under the category of long-stitch, but most are distinguishable by long stitches that attach gatherings of folded pages (also called signatures) directly to the cover. This tutorial will take you through every step to stitching a simple long-stitch binding to a beautiful piece of leather.

There are many different bindings that fall under the category of long-stitch, but most are distinguishable by long stitches that attach gatherings of folded pages (also called signatures) directly to the cover. This tutorial will take you through every step to stitching a simple long-stitch binding to a beautiful piece of leather.Read More…

The traditional Japanese four-hole stab bookbinding technique has a simple, contemporary appeal and it's excellent for beginners. There's no gluing or folding involved, so you can get a beautiful hand-crafted result with very little effort. Let's get started.

The traditional Japanese four-hole stab bookbinding technique has a simple, contemporary appeal and it's excellent for beginners. There's no gluing or folding involved, so you can get a beautiful hand-crafted result with very little effort. Let's get started.Read More…

Matchbook-style notepads are cute, compact, handy, and one of the easiest books to bind. They're also a great way to re-purpose loads of loose paper you might have left over from other projects. These little notebooks also make excellent handmade gifts. Why not make a stash of them for your family and friends? Let's get started.

Matchbook-style notepads are cute, compact, handy, and one of the easiest books to bind. They're also a great way to re-purpose loads of loose paper you might have left over from other projects. These little notebooks also make excellent handmade gifts. Why not make a stash of them for your family and friends? Let's get started.Read More…

This tutorial will show you how to make a good quality, archival book from beginning to end. Book binding requires a lot of patience and practice, but the result is a beautiful work of art that you can give as a gift, or fill with your own drawings, notes and photos. Let's begin!

This tutorial will show you how to make a good quality, archival book from beginning to end. Book binding requires a lot of patience and practice, but the result is a beautiful work of art that you can give as a gift, or fill with your own drawings, notes and photos. Let's begin!Read More…

Book cloth is a beautiful product that can be used for a variety of projects, but it’s usually hard to find, and the colours tend to be bland. If you're limited by design choices, early store hours and shipping fees (just thinking about it makes me want to pull my hair out!), maybe you should find a fabric you like and try this easy DIY. Read on for the full instructions.

Book cloth is a beautiful product that can be used for a variety of projects, but it’s usually hard to find, and the colours tend to be bland. If you're limited by design choices, early store hours and shipping fees (just thinking about it makes me want to pull my hair out!), maybe you should find a fabric you like and try this easy DIY. Read on for the full instructions.Read More…